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Project Procurement and Contract Management

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Which of the following is NOT a type of procurement contract?

  1. Fixed-Price Contract

  2. Cost-Plus Contract

  3. Time-and-Material Contract

  4. Unit-Price Contract


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Unit-Price Contract is not a type of procurement contract. The other three options are commonly used types of procurement contracts.

What is the purpose of a Request for Proposal (RFP) in project procurement?

  1. To solicit bids from potential suppliers

  2. To evaluate the qualifications of potential suppliers

  3. To negotiate the terms and conditions of a contract

  4. To award a contract to a selected supplier


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of an RFP is to solicit bids from potential suppliers. It provides potential suppliers with information about the project and the requirements, and allows them to submit their proposals.

Which of the following is NOT a key element of a contract?

  1. Offer

  2. Acceptance

  3. Consideration

  4. Capacity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Capacity is not a key element of a contract. The other three options are essential elements of a valid contract.

What is the purpose of a contract amendment?

  1. To modify the terms and conditions of a contract

  2. To extend the duration of a contract

  3. To terminate a contract

  4. To transfer the ownership of a contract


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of a contract amendment is to modify the terms and conditions of a contract. It allows the parties to make changes to the contract without having to terminate and renegotiate the entire contract.

Which of the following is NOT a type of contract dispute resolution method?

  1. Negotiation

  2. Mediation

  3. Arbitration

  4. Litigation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Litigation is not a type of contract dispute resolution method. The other three options are commonly used methods for resolving contract disputes.

What is the purpose of a project procurement plan?

  1. To identify the project's procurement needs

  2. To develop a strategy for procuring goods and services

  3. To establish a budget for procurement activities

  4. To manage the procurement process


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The purpose of a project procurement plan is to identify the project's procurement needs, develop a strategy for procuring goods and services, establish a budget for procurement activities, and manage the procurement process.

Which of the following is NOT a type of procurement risk?

  1. Supplier default risk

  2. Price risk

  3. Quality risk

  4. Delivery risk


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Supplier default risk is not a type of procurement risk. The other three options are commonly identified procurement risks.

What is the purpose of a contract performance review?

  1. To assess the contractor's performance

  2. To identify areas for improvement

  3. To ensure that the contractor is meeting the terms and conditions of the contract

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of a contract performance review is to assess the contractor's performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that the contractor is meeting the terms and conditions of the contract.

Which of the following is NOT a type of contract termination?

  1. Termination for convenience

  2. Termination for default

  3. Termination for mutual agreement

  4. Termination for impossibility


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Termination for impossibility is not a type of contract termination. The other three options are commonly recognized types of contract termination.

What is the purpose of a project procurement audit?

  1. To evaluate the effectiveness of the project's procurement process

  2. To identify areas for improvement

  3. To ensure that the project is procuring goods and services in a cost-effective manner

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of a project procurement audit is to evaluate the effectiveness of the project's procurement process, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that the project is procuring goods and services in a cost-effective manner.

Which of the following is NOT a type of procurement contract pricing arrangement?

  1. Fixed-Price Contract

  2. Cost-Plus Contract

  3. Time-and-Material Contract

  4. Unit-Rate Contract


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Unit-Rate Contract is not a type of procurement contract pricing arrangement. The other three options are commonly used pricing arrangements in procurement contracts.

What is the purpose of a contract closeout?

  1. To finalize the contract

  2. To document the completion of the contract

  3. To release the contractor from its obligations

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of a contract closeout is to finalize the contract, document the completion of the contract, and release the contractor from its obligations.

Which of the following is NOT a type of procurement method?

  1. Open Bidding

  2. Selective Bidding

  3. Request for Proposal (RFP)

  4. Negotiated Procurement


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Request for Proposal (RFP) is not a type of procurement method. The other three options are commonly used procurement methods.

What is the purpose of a procurement risk assessment?

  1. To identify potential risks associated with the procurement process

  2. To develop strategies for mitigating the identified risks

  3. To ensure that the project is procuring goods and services in a cost-effective manner

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of a procurement risk assessment is to identify potential risks associated with the procurement process, develop strategies for mitigating the identified risks, and ensure that the project is procuring goods and services in a cost-effective manner.

Which of the following is NOT a type of contract management tool?

  1. Contract Management Software

  2. Contract Performance Dashboard

  3. Contract Risk Register

  4. Contract Change Order Log


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Contract Risk Register is not a type of contract management tool. The other three options are commonly used contract management tools.

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